Tag: Japanese Literature

  • #1 Only Yesterday’s book twin: Never Let Me Go

    Okay, the Ghibli twin sorting hat has just assigned the perfect book: Kazuo Ishiguro‘s Never Let Me Go. Woohoo. Lets go! Film: Only Yesterday directed by Isao Takahata Taeko is young, but not so young that people don’t frequently ask why she doesn’t just settle down and marry. Resolute in her decision to explore life fully,…

  • The Cat Who Saved Books: 10 important lessons for every book-lover

    The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa is a remarkable tale. This is a story about courage, conviction, doing what is right and above all understanding the power of books. For this reason I’ll share 10 important lessons for every book-lover inspired from this charming read. Synopsis Rintaro Nastuki has just lost his grandfather.…